Financial Reporting Accountant
Wellington, New Zealand
Strategy, People & Partners – Finance, Property & Facilities /
Permanent, Full Time /
Hybrid
This role is based in Wellington.
Who we are:
Te Taurapa Tūhono | New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) purpose is simple – to grow companies internationally, bigger, better and faster, for the good of New Zealand.
We’re a global organisation that supports Kiwi businesses to succeed internationally. Our Finance team plays a critical role in enabling this mission, and we’re looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to help us deliver high-quality financial insights and stewardship.
What you’ll be doing:
As our Financial Reporting Accountant, you’ll be the subject matter expert for financial reporting across NZTE. You’ll deliver timely and accurate performance reporting for internal stakeholders (including the Lead Team and Board) and external partners (such as Treasury and NZ Inc. agencies). You’ll develop insightful dashboards, improve financial systems, and support financial stewardship across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing and ensuring accurate external monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to internal and external stakeholders including Treasury and MBIE
- Preparing annual financial statements
- Reconciliation of General Ledger accounts and ensure data integrity
- Manage the international office funding processes
- Collaborating with the Finance team and other business teams to work on various accounting projects.
- Supporting system improvements to enhance data outputs and reduce manual processes.
What you’ll need to be successful:
You'll be an experienced accountant with strong technical skills and a passion for continuous improvement. You’ll bring:
- A tertiary qualification and at least 5 years’ experience in finance, ideally across both commercial and public sector environments Understanding of statutory reporting requirements
- Strong technical knowledge of accounting systems, analytical and time management skills and controls
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar accounting system, Power BI, budgeting/forecasting tools.
- Membership with Chartered Accountants ANZ (or equivalent) is preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with a customer-first mindset.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and high attention to detail.
You’ll be someone who enjoys working hard, drives for results, and is motivated by innovation and continuous improvement.
Why you’ll love working here:
NZTE offers flexible work arrangements of 3 days in the office, a dynamic environment, and the chance to build valuable business networks with a talented, diverse team. Our collaborative approach supports delivering greater value to customers, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
If this opportunity sounds like you and you want to be part of an organisation with a mission to support kiwi ingenuity around the world, we'd like to hear from you. For more info about the benefits and culture, visit: Life at NZTE
What’s next:
If this sounds like you, please apply immediately as we are reviewing and progressing applicants as they come in. This job advertisement will close by 9am Friday 26th September.
This is an NZ Level 16 role.
Please note: The legal right to live and work in NZ is required to apply for this role.
We believe New Zealand is good for the world. New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is an equal opportunity employer. At NZTE it is all about our people and we seek diversity of though; we welcome and encourage you to apply regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodiversity or disability. If we need to make specific accommodations in any part of the interview process, please note this in your application or discuss with the Talent Acquisition Partner.
